The best times to visit Altaussee for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Altaussee Travel Info

Weather in Altaussee

Temperature

Average temperatures in Altaussee vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Altaussee, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 78.8°F (26°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 55.6°F (13.1°C) at night.

Altaussee Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Altaussee Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Altaussee Perceived Temperature (F)

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Altaussee Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Altaussee Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 36.8 30.2 24.8
Feb 41.1 31.5 24.6
Mar 49.5 38.8 31.1
Apr 60.8 47.9 37.9
May 66.6 54.6 45.5
Jun 72.4 60.4 51.7
Jul 76.4 63.9 55
Aug 76 63.3 54.3
Sep 66 54.9 47.5
Oct 58.2 46.9 39.5
Nov 47.9 39.3 33
Dec 37 31 26.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.7 -1 -4
Feb 5.1 -0.3 -4.1
Mar 9.7 3.8 -0.5
Apr 16 8.8 3.3
May 19.2 12.6 7.5
Jun 22.4 15.8 10.9
Jul 24.7 17.7 12.8
Aug 24.4 17.4 12.4
Sep 18.9 12.7 8.6
Oct 14.6 8.3 4.2
Nov 8.8 4.1 0.6
Dec 2.8 -0.6 -3.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Altaussee are April, November, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late October to early November. For example, on the week of October 29th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Altaussee? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to early to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Altaussee is often around around December 10th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Altaussee.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Altaussee (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 31% 0 4.4
Feb 26% 7.1 3
Mar 30% 0 3.9
Apr 23% 0 2.5
May 43% 0 6.4
Jun 47% 0 7
Jul 41% 0 6.2
Aug 34% 0 5.7
Sep 33% 0 5.2
Oct 25% 0 4.3
Nov 23% 0 2.8
Dec 31% 15.7 3.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 31 0 11.2
Feb 26 18 7.6
Mar 30 0 9.9
Apr 23 0 6.4
May 43 0 16.3
Jun 47 0 17.8
Jul 41 0 15.7
Aug 34 0 14.5
Sep 33 0 13.2
Oct 25 0 10.9
Nov 23 0 7.1
Dec 31 39.9 9.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Altaussee has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (61.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (80.5%).

Wind in Altaussee is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and January. February’s average wind speed of around 2.8 knots (3.2 MPH or 5.2 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 6 knots, which is considered a light breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Altaussee.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.7 Barely noticeable 4.7 Light breeze
Feb 2.8 Barely noticeable 4.8 Light breeze
Mar 2.8 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Apr 2.5 Barely noticeable 4.8 Light breeze
May 2.2 Barely noticeable 4.6 Light breeze
Jun 2.3 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze
Jul 2.3 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Aug 2.3 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Sep 2.3 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Oct 2.4 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze
Nov 2.6 Barely noticeable 4.6 Light breeze
Dec 2.5 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 79%
Feb 72.4%
Mar 65.5%
Apr 61.3%
May 65.6%
Jun 67.7%
Jul 66.9%
Aug 68.5%
Sep 73.9%
Oct 74.5%
Nov 76.9%
Dec 80.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Altaussee?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Austria; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Altaussee, Austria is September, followed by July and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Altaussee in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 63.8 in October means 63.8% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Altaussee Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 13 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 11 to 14 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Altaussee, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 69°F (20.6°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 10 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Altaussee to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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